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“Little Miss Sumo” wrestles with gender equality, emerges triumphant

By Aimee Knight - Updated on October 30, 2019 at 11:58 pm

With a condensed run time of 19 minutes, director and cinematographer Matt Kay crafts a visually stunning ode to the sport of sumo wrestling, and a winning testament to Hiyori Kon, a young woman trying to revolutionize the gendered perceptions of a traditionally male sport.
‘Terminator: Dark Fate’ is interesting, not mind-blowing

By Nataleah Small - Updated on October 30, 2019 at 11:56 pm

“The Terminator” is back, again. Since 1984, the Terminator films have been set in a dystopian universe where the remnants of the human race unite to form the Resistance and battle the self-aware artificial intelligence system, Skynet. Terminators are members of the Skynet military that are set to destroy human targets.
‘In Search of Darkness’ director David A. Weiner talks John Carpenter, ‘80s Horror, open-ended future of his 4-hour long documentary

By Noah Levine - Updated on October 30, 2019 at 11:52 pm

“In Search of Darkness” is a documentary that details the rise and impact of 1980s horror films. Director David A. Weiner conducts interviews with a vast array of horror filmmakers and fanatics to discuss the absurdities and cultural impact of the horror genre. The Daily Texan spoke to Weiner about the documentary process, memorable interviews and the modern state of the horror genre.
Eddie Murphy returns with ‘Dolemite Is My Name’

By Sabrina LeBoeuf - Updated on October 28, 2019 at 11:34 pm

Iconic actor Eddie Murphy stars as Rudy Ray Moore in his vulgar, yet entertaining, return to the Hollywood spotlight in the Netflix biographical drama “Dolemite Is My Name.”
‘The Current War’: A movie about electricity with no spark

By Avery Wohleb - Updated on October 27, 2019 at 11:57 pm

Benedict Cumberbatch and Michael Shannon play legendary inventors in “The Current War.”
'The VICE Guide to Bigfoot’ provides shallow yet entertaining mockumentary of the creature

By Noah Levine - Updated on October 27, 2019 at 11:51 pm

Brian Emond and Zach Lamplugh search for the infamous large-footed mammal in “The VICE Guide to Bigfoot.”
‘In Search of Darkness’ deep dives into fascinating history of ‘80s horror

By Noah Levine - Updated on October 23, 2019 at 11:05 pm

“In Search of Darkness” documents and analyzes the history and impact of horror films in the 1980s. For the film’s four-hour plus runtime, director David A. Weiner compiled an impressive roster of interviewees and archival footage to deliver the ultimate masterclass in ‘80s horror.
‘An Uncomfortable Woman’ brings diversity to film industry

By Amarachi Ngwakwe - Updated on October 22, 2019 at 12:03 am

From being talked over to being taken less seriously in the workplace, the everyday experiences as a woman are frequently frustrating and serve as the focal point in “An Uncomfortable Woman,” Austin-based director, writer and producer Meghan Ross’ debut film.
‘Looking for Alaska’ leaves audiences cringing, crying and confused

By Ariana Arredondo - Updated on October 21, 2019 at 12:23 am

Hulu’s new mini series, “Looking for Alaska,” tackles themes of death and uncertainty through the perspective of four teens.
Netflix horror 'Eli' is scary — scary bad

By Aimee Knight - Updated on October 21, 2019 at 12:09 am

Some films are so bad, they’re good. Netflix’s new horror “Eli” fails to even meet this bar.